Meeting at the Turkish Airlines check-in counter at the International Departures terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. After completing the luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Baku at 06:45 with Turkish Airlines flight TK332. Arrival in Baku at 10:40 local time, after which our city tour begins with our vehicle waiting at the airport. Baku, the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, is located on the shores of the Caspian Sea and is notable for its rich history, impressive architecture, and modern structures. Our city tour will start with the Baku Bay, Primorsky Boulevard, the old city, Maiden Tower, and Upland Park (Upper Park), which offers a magnificent view of the Shirvanshahs' Palace. Here we will also visit the monument dedicated to the Turkish soldiers who fell during the wars to liberate Baku from invaders, with the famous Flame Towers in the background offering a photo opportunity. Our next stop on the tour is Baku Boulevard, a symbolic structure and favored location for walking, among both locals and visitors. Afterward, we will see the impressive Azerbaijan Government House and the elegant Azerbaijan State Philharmonic Hall, visit the Governor's Garden, and stroll down Nizami Street, one of Baku's most vibrant pedestrian streets filled with chic boutiques, charming cafes, and historical architecture. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel, and after a short break, guests who wish can join the extra Grand Old City (Icheri Sheher) Tour (30 USD). This tour will allow us to explore Icheri Sheher, the historical heart of Baku, which is situated on a hill overlooking the Caspian Sea, where we will have the opportunity to see the Shirvanshahs' Palace, the iconic Maiden Tower (from the outside), enchanting caravanserais, mosques, traditional baths, and remarkable architectural treasures. After the tour, we will transfer back to the hotel for some free time. Those who wish can join the extra Grand Azerbaijan Night Tour (75 USD) where we will have an unforgettable evening accompanied by traditional Azerbaijani music. Overnight at the hotel.
2nd Day BakuAfter breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Grand Modern Baku Tour (40 USD). We will start the day by visiting White City and having a panoramic drive around modern Baku. We will see modern architecture and experience the atmosphere of New Baku. Our next stop will be the Military Trophy Park, dedicated to the historical and patriotic spirit of the country, where military trophies are displayed outdoors. After the boulevard, we will have free time to shop at one of Baku's best shopping centers, which includes both international brands and local designer stores. After free time, we will take a photo break at the Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center, which is notable for its modern and impressive architecture designed by the famous architect Zaha Hadid. The building was constructed to honor Haydar Aliyev's life, political career, and role in Azerbaijan's history. After the tour, we will transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
3rd Day BakuAfter breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Grand Gobustan Tour (60 USD). Gobustan, located 64 kilometers southeast of Baku, is a historic area listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This archaeological site hosts more than 6000 petroglyphs (rock carvings), numerous ancient human settlements, houses, cemeteries, caves, and artifacts from various historical periods, holding significant cultural importance. On our way back, we will visit the Bibi-Heybat Mosque, built in 1267, and we will also see the world's first mechanically drilled oil well, established in 1846, located in the Bibi-Heybat settlement. After the tour, we will transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
4th Day Baku - IstanbulAfter breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. Guests who wish can join the extra Grand Fire Temple Ateshgah Tour (55 USD). Ateshgah is one of the three Zoroastrian temples in the world, considered sacred by different faiths such as Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, and Sikhism for centuries. The construction date of the complex dates back to 1713. The temple has existed from earlier periods and has preserved its original structure to this day. At the center of the temple, there is a natural gas source symbolizing the eternal fire with a fire that has been continuously burning artificially today. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport at a time determined by the guide. After luggage and ticket procedures, we will depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK341 at 16:55. Arrival in Istanbul at 19:10 local time, and the end of our tour.
Important Notes;
• A minimum of 6 months valid passport is required to cover the minimum tour duration for this tour.
• Atlas International is positioned as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger, and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955.
• During registration, it is necessary to enter the name, date of birth, and passport number as it appears on the passport into the system. Flight tickets are issued based on this information. Any cancellation or changes to flight tickets resulting from incorrect information will incur a no-show fee charged to the guests.
• The city where the flight lands may vary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for any time changes or potential delays made by airlines.
• The airline regulations apply to group tickets, and according to the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used as well.
• Generally, the luggage weight for outgoing flights from Turkey is 20kg. This weight may vary according to the airline and the destination country. For domestic flights in the visited countries, this weight may drop to 15kg. Additional baggage weight/price regulations are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of Atlas International.
• If the number of participants for the package tour is insufficient, the cancellation of the tour will be communicated to the consumer 20 days in advance.
• The tour route specified in the program is an example route, and there may be changes in the tour itinerary. City introduction tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city. The excursions specified in the programs may be conducted on a different day than indicated at the discretion of the guide for any reason.
• City introduction tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city.
• The excursions specified in the programs may be conducted on a different day than indicated at the discretion of the guide for any reason.
• Optional tours can only be conducted with a minimum participation of 20 people; if there is lower participation, they may be conducted at the discretion of the guide and prices may be adjusted if required. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for any inability to conduct these trips or tours.
• Additional tours along the way will take place provided at least 10 participants from the group are present. Guests who do not wish to participate will be kept waiting at the break location.
• Tours or excursions that are not permitted for any reason by local authorities will not be conducted. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for any inability to conduct these tours.
• Entrance fees to museums and historical sites are not included in the prices.
• Atlas International reserves the right to change hotel names while maintaining the same star category.
• All hotel names stated in the programs are examples for star category and distance purposes. It does not imply that accommodation will be made at the specified hotel.
• In triple rooms, there is an extra bed application, and the 3rd bed is smaller than a standard bed and/or is an extra foldable bed.
• In cases where one or both parents of children under 18 years old, who are not considered legally adult, do not participate in the tour, it is mandatory to carry the necessary consent letters during the trip.
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